Former UFC Middleweight champion Israel Adesanya will face rising contender Joe Pyfer in the main event at UFC Seattle. The fight is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. This event marks a significant moment for Adesanya, who is currently grappling with a challenging phase in his career.
Israel Adesanya’s Recent Struggles
Adesanya holds a professional record of 24 wins and 5 losses. The fighter is experiencing his longest losing streak in the Octagon. His last fight ended in a knockout loss to Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Saudi Arabia. Prior to this, he lost his title to Sean Strickland at UFC 293 and was submitted by Dricus du Plessis at UFC 305.
Joe Pyfer’s Ascension
On the opposite side, Joe Pyfer comes into this bout with a record of 15 wins and 3 losses. Known as “Bodybagz,” he aims to establish himself among the elite after a rocky start in the UFC. Following his initial loss to Jack Hermansson in his first main event, Pyfer has bounced back with three consecutive victories.
- Defeated Marc-Andre Barriault by knockout at UFC 303.
- Won a decision against Kelvin Gastelum at UFC 316.
- Most recently submitted Abus Magomedov at UFC 320.
Significance of the Fight
A victory for Pyfer could propel him into the Middleweight Top 10. Meanwhile, Adesanya is striving to regain his former glory and solidify his legacy as a top competitor in the UFC.
UFC Seattle Fight Card Overview
The current lineup for UFC Seattle includes:
- Israel Adesanya vs. Joe Pyfer
- Alexa Grasso vs. Maycee Barber
- Casey O’Neill vs. Gabriella Fernandes
- Marcin Tybura vs. Valter Walker
- Nicolle Caliari vs. Carol Fiori
- Mansur Abdul-Malik vs. Yousri Belgaroui
- Zhu Kangjie vs. Marcio Barbosa
This matchup is highly anticipated, and both fighters look to make a statement in their careers.
